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Strength of Glycolic acid daily under eye?

prakash8813Oct 20, 2016
Hiee . What strength of Glycolic acid should be used under eye ? Iam using Alpha 10% lotion which is meant for face . Can I apply it under eye? Iam 28 years old male. Thank you.

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Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS

Your skin will gain tolerance over time. I would start maintenance with Melapads daily to help exfoliate further. Best, Dr. KaramanoukianLos Angeles

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This may be a little harsh on your skin. I would suggest daily Melapads to help maintain results after a chemical peel. Best, Dr. KaramanoukianLos Angeles

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I have been routinely using superficial glycolic acid 70% peels for over three decades. I seldom ever use any concentrations below that, since I have found the lower strengths to be generally ineffective for most purposes, except for perhaps giving a temporary glow and smoothness to the skin. I ...

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Ajaya Kashyap, MD

Thanks for your query. Glycolic peels lighten the skin. It comes in various strengths. 70 % glycolic acid peel is a strong peel and should be used only by a dermatologist. There is a high chance that you might have burnt the skin. It is advisable to visit a dermatologist as soon as possible....

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Thanks for your query. Yes glycolic acid and tns serum can be used together at night. Glycolic acid acts as a skin lightening agent and tns serum mainly consists of Human Fibroblast Conditioned Media, Water (Aqua), Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Unsaponifiables, Alpha-arbutin,...

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Thanks for your query. You should consult a cosmetic physician before trying anything out as a proper examination of the skin is very important. Hope it helps.All The Best

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